About Peucetia chhaparajnirvin:
- It is a new species of green lynx spider.
- The spider was found inTal Chhapar Wildlife Sanctuary in Churu district of Rajasthan.
- The spider species has been named Peucetia chhaparajnirvin after the area in Rajasthan, Tal Chhapar, where it was discovered.
- This spider is found on the green leaves of the Vachellia nilotica (babul) tree.
- Their green hue aids in blending with their surroundings and ambushing prey, while their long legs allow them to move quickly.
- This spider is nocturnal and feeds on small insects.
What are Lynx Spiders?
- Lynx spiders, (family Oxyopidae) are any of several groups of active spiders (order Araneida) that do not build a nest or web but capture their preyby pouncing upon them.
- They are among the major predators of insects occurring in low shrubs and herbaceous vegetation.
- The eyes are arranged in a hexagon, and the abdomen usually tapers to a point.
- Many Lynx spider species have colorfully striped abdomens and spiky legs.
Q1: What is herbaceous vegetation?
Herbaceous plants are plants that have non-woody stems, including grasses, sedges, rushes, ferns, and forbs. Forbs are broad-leaf plants often referred to as wildflowers or weeds. Annual herbaceous plants live for only one year, whereas perennials live for multiple years. Herbaceous plants, especially grasses and forbs, are valuable sources of food and cover for many wildlife species.
Source: Amt scientist identifies newly discovered green lynx spider
Last updated on July, 2025
→ UPSC Notification 2025 was released on 22nd January 2025.
→ UPSC Prelims Result 2025 is out now for the CSE held on 25 May 2025.
→ UPSC Prelims Question Paper 2025 and Unofficial Prelims Answer Key 2025 are available now.
→ UPSC Calendar 2026 is released on 15th May, 2025.
→ The UPSC Vacancy 2025 were released 1129, out of which 979 were for UPSC CSE and remaining 150 are for UPSC IFoS.
→ UPSC Mains 2025 will be conducted on 22nd August 2025.
→ UPSC Prelims 2026 will be conducted on 24th May, 2026 & UPSC Mains 2026 will be conducted on 21st August 2026.
→ The UPSC Selection Process is of 3 stages-Prelims, Mains and Interview.
→ UPSC Result 2024 is released with latest UPSC Marksheet 2024. Check Now!
→ UPSC Toppers List 2024 is released now. Shakti Dubey is UPSC AIR 1 2024 Topper.
→ Also check Best IAS Coaching in Delhi